What should be done before and after gloves are applied?

List 6 guidelines that must be followed when using PPE:

1. PPE must not allow blood or OPIM to pass through or reach skin.
2. Employer must provide PPE at no cost to you.
3. All eye protection must have side shields, prescription eyewear is NOT allowed
4. Torn/contaminated gloves must be replaced
5. All PPE must be removed before leaving the medical office.
6. When PPE is removed it must be placed in appropriately designated areas.

How should regulated medical waste be stored while awaiting pickup by the medical waste service?

In a locked room inside the facility or in a locked room outside the facility for pickup by the medical waste service. Should be labeled with signs like "Authorized Personnel Only" &/or "International Biohazard Label"

What information is included on a regulated medical waste tracking form?

List 4 guidelines that must be followed with respect to biohazard sharps containers:

1. Locate the container as close as possible to the area of use to avoid transporting a contaminated needle. 2. Maintain containers in an upright position. 3. Don't reach into container with hand. 4. Replace on a regular basis, when 3/4 full.

How is HIV transmitted?

How is HIV NOT transmitted?

What is the CDC's Definition of AIDS?

The presence of one or both of the following conditions:
1. HIV positive, and a CD4+T cell count below 200 cells/Mu. (Normal people have a cell count ranging between 500-1500 cells/mu.)
2. Presence of one or more AIDS defining conditions (opportunistic infections and unusual cancers)